UKI Technology Consulting - Databricks Senior Manager

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We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go.​  

 

Join EY and help to build a better working world.  

 

 

 General information    

•   Location: Dublin
•   Available for Work Visa Sponsorship: Yes
•   Business area: Technology Consulting (AI and Data)
•   Contract type: Permanent

 

The team and the opportunity

Are you ready to shape how organisations use data to make smarter decisions? At EY Ireland, we’re looking for a Databricks expert to help design and deliver modern data platforms that drive real business impact. This is your chance to work with cutting-edge technologies, influence strategic decisions, and collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry. If you’re passionate about data architecture and want to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

 

Your key responsibilities

• Designing scalable, secure, and high-performing data architectures using Databricks and cloud-native tools
• Leading the development of data models, pipelines, and integration frameworks that support analytics and AI
• Collaborating with clients and internal teams to understand business needs and translate them into technical solutions
• Setting data governance and quality standards to ensure trusted and compliant data
• Guiding and mentoring engineering teams through architecture decisions and best practices
• Driving innovation by exploring new tools, patterns, and approaches to data architecture

 

Skills and attributes for success

To qualify for the role, you must have:

• A third level qualification in Computer Science, Mathematics or a related discipline, or relevant experience related to the position 
• Proven experience working in a client-facing consulting environment, with the ability to manage stakeholder expectations, navigate complex requirements, and deliver tailored solutions across diverse industries. 
• 7 years' experience working with Databricks. Good hands on experience with Spark, Delta Lake, and Unity Catalog
• Strong understanding of cloud platforms like Azure, AWS and/or Google Cloud 
• Experience designing data lakes, lakehouses, and modern data platforms
• Proven experience managing and mentoring high-performing data engineering teams, driving collaboration, professional growth and successful project delivery
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
• A strategic mindset with a hands-on approach to problem-solving

 

Ideally, you will also have:

• Familiarity with data security, privacy, and compliance frameworks
• Knowledge of data mesh, data fabric, or other emerging architecture patterns
• Professional certification in Databricks  

What We Look For:

We are looking for candidates who are:

• Innovative and agile, with a purpose-driven mindset.
• Inclusive and able to work effectively in diverse teams.
• Passionate about technology and eager to learn and grow.
• Client-focused, with a strong commitment to delivering exceptional service.

 

What working at EY offers 

We offer a competitive remuneration package. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer: 

  

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around 

• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career 

• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you 

 

All our employees are given a benefits package which they can tailor to suit their individual preferences. Our range of benefits include: 

• Pension
• Discounted Health Insurance
• Web Doctor - Free unlimited online GP consultations for you and your family 
• The purchase of additional annual leave 
• Hybrid working
• Free Gym Membership
• Travel Pass
• Maternity & Paternity leave
• Bike to work Scheme
• Recognition Awards
• Cash incentives for referrals
• Work Mobile
• TECH MBA paid by EY
• Wellness rooms Available in some offices 

 

EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our client-facing professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance.  

 

Career Progression 

• When you join EY, you will be supported to ensure that you are enhancing your skills from day one. 

• Continuous learning, where you can develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. 

• As you grow and develop here, you’ll discover opportunities to help customise your career journey, so that it’s as unique as you are - success is defined by you, we will provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. 

• Transformative leadership, we will give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. 

• Diverse and inclusive culture, you will be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. 

• We have embraced Hybrid working at EY adding greater flexibility and autonomy to the roles of our employees. 

 

About EY 

As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. 

 

Inclusion & Diversity 

We hold a collective commitment to foster an environment where all differences are valued and respected, practices are equitable and everyone experiences a sense of belonging: Inclusion, diversity, and equity are part of who we are at EY. We believe that the highest-performing teams maximize the power of different perspectives and backgrounds. These teams are both diverse and inclusive and are willing to invite and learn from other perspectives. Our ability to include various viewpoints into our mindsets, behaviours and operations is fundamental to driving innovation, building strong relationships, and delivering the best solutions for our clients. 

 

We recognise the strength that comes from having a diverse workforce and building a culture where we support all our people to achieve their potential. You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.  

 

As an equal opportunities’ employer, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are offered at every stage of our recruitment process. 

 

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.  

 

To help create the best experience during the recruitment process, please describe any disability-related adjustments or accommodations you may need. 

 

If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. 

 

IMPORTANT: Where Agency assistance is required, our Talent Team will engage directly with suppliers. CVs / Profiles should not be shared directly with Hiring Managers. Unsolicited CVs / Profiles supplied to EY by Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this role. 

 

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